Where are the oldtime friends of Democracy in wartime
An unsigned column reflects on the absence of famous Democratic speakers and their wartime activism. It questions why leaders like Speaker Clark and Dent did not rally the nation with a defense of draft policy while considering postwar self rule for many nationalities. It discusses Balkan and Balkanized regions as cautionary examples.
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Yesteryear
William Jennings
Java
Clark
Kitchin
Dent
Siberia
Igo
Cuba
Philippines
Balkans
Reconstruction of Russia Stirs Allied Debates
The article discusses postwar challenges for Russia, noting its population nearly twice that of the United States. It argues allied nations must aid Russia economically, agriculturally, and socially, while determining what form the future Russian republic will take.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
United States
Russian Republic
Max Wow Tries Bluff in Reichstag War Speech
The article portrays Chancellor Max as bluffing to pressure for peace while signaling a defensive war stance if no satisfactory peace emerges. It suggests German leaders aim to delay conflict until spring, warn of harsher war for the Allies, and anticipate a push toward unconditional surrender if actions don’t change.
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Maximilian
Reichstag
Germany
Wilson
Self
America
War Service
Foch
Teachers and Salaries in Closed Schools
The Attorney General will determine how to pay teachers during influenza driven school closures. Each town should adjust case by case to balance teachers' pay with taxpayers’ interests, considering a six day week or extended terms to offset a twenty day loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harner
Fat and health facts and fiction in a medical column
An extended discussion on the role of fat in the body explains fat as a protective, insulating tissue and energy reserve. It links fat to heat regulation and various organs, then shifts to questions and answers about catarrh, bloating, and dietary advice. The piece includes stray fiction about a cat and kittens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Currier
Courier
Saving of Gasoline Under Seven Gasless Sundays
Des Moines Capital notes seven gasless Sundays cut gasoline use by about one million barrels. Fuel administrator says conservation must continue and regular remotor fuel use is needed. If care lapses, the ban may return. Cedar Rapids Gazette signals a rare cheer in war news as poets fade from headlines. Sioux City Tribune comments on the perils of speaking too much versus overeating.
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Des Moines
Ve Ena Ee Peepee Ieee
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Two White Houses Side By Side In A Country Town
The author visits a small town to compare two white houses. A wealthy owner adds a wing, moves out a barn, and plants a rose garden with grand but costly touches. A poorer owner preserves a simple garden and gains local admiration for restraint.
Naughty Kittens Cause Tea Party Chaos
Mrs Yabboy leaves four kittens to play while she shops. Tim, Tom, Tiger, and Toby start a tea party, mishaps follow as the jam, cream, and teapot spill. A jar breaks, Tim gets a jam-covered head, and Mrs Tabby returns to a messy scene.
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Tim
Ted
Tiger
Tom
Toby
Fotr
Jan
Mrs. Tabby
Tong
War notes from Oct 25 1917 1914 1915 summaries
Berlin reports 10 000 Italians captured on October 25 1917. On the same date in 1915 French troops take Douaumont Fort at Verdun and defeat Bulgarian forces at Krivolak. Also on October 25 1914 Italy lands troops at Avlona Albania for sanitary work.
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Berlin
Douaumont
Verdun
Krivolak
Italy
Avlona
Albania
Tonic Promised For Stomach Ailments From Pink Pills
An advertisement claims Dr Williams Pink Pills rebuild blood and aid digestion for chronic stomach troubles. It cites Albert J Snell of Bemus Point New York who found relief after trying the pills and notes a free booklet What to Eat and How to Eat. The firm offers boxes at 2.50 and mail order options.
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Albert J. Snell
Bemus Point
N. Y
Gets-It corn remover touted as only sure solution
The ad proclaims Gets-It as the sole guaranteed corn remover that painlessly peels corns away, avoiding salves, tape, or bandages. It claims easy use, quick results, and a money back guarantee, with distribution by EB Lawrence & Co. and presence in Waterloo via Wangler Bros. and J. C. Biller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Callusa
EB. Lawrence & Co
Chicago
Waterloo
Wangler Bros
Jc. J. Biller
Nervous Breakdown Relief Through Lydia E. Pinkham Remedy
Miss Kelly of Newark New Jersey suffered for three years from nervous gut breakdown and headaches. After two physicians and failed efforts a friend’s tip led her to Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound, which she says restored her health and removed nervousness, allowing her to work again.
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Miss Kelly
Lydia E. Pinkham
Newark
Sliss
Kennn
14Th St
N. J
Lydia E. Plackham
BCKMANS ALTERATIVE Promoted for Throat and Lung Ailments
Strength to combat illness in affections of the throat and lungs. BCKMANS ALTERATIVE praised for tonic health-building properties. Active ingredient calcium readily assimilated. Twenty years' successful use. 180c and 31.50 bottles. Manufactured by caAN LABORATORY Philadelphia.
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Bckmans
Prilatelphia
Dr Bogs New Discovery for Colds and Coughs
Coughs colds and bronchial attacks threaten health unless treated promptly. Dr Bogs New Discovery promises quick relief by soothing irritation and loosening mucus to promote restful sleep. Sold since 1869 at six cents or one dollar twenty. Available from druggists.
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Bogs
Mayr's Wonderful Remedy Promises Quick Health Recovery
Patient details a two year span of hospital care for stomach and bowel issues followed by a friend recommendation to Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. The ad claims the product removes intestinal mucus and reduces inflammation, cites claims of aiding appendicitis, and offers a money back guarantee with Wangler Bros and local druggists as sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wangler Bros
Sievers Drug
Hansen and Hansen
Druggists
Sloan's Liniment Offers Quick Relief for Aches
An ad touts Sloan's Liniment as fast relief for tired muscles, sprains, strains, bruises, rheumatism, and stiff joints. It claims easy penetration without staining the skin and promotes improved circulation, suitable for the whole family with generous size bottles at druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sloan
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Storsy Brooks & Finley
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M Freeman Oral
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